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A modern outdoor deck with a glass door leading to a living area with a sofa and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

A building with multiple balconies and a central palm tree.

A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white headboard, a small window, and a door.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a lamp, a map on the wall, and travel brochures.

1. Coastal Motor Lodge

Thames

Leslie

1.884.379 ₫

2.167.036 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden deck with a table set for a meal, overlooking a sunset over a body of water.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a view of the landscape.

A hillside property with multiple wooden houses, each featuring a balcony and a small porch.

A view from a window with three decorative items on a ledge.

2. Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Thames

Shayna

2.040.571 ₫

2.346.657 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern building with a swimming pool and lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a window with a view of trees, and white brick walls.

A residential building with multiple units, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

3. Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Thames

Rikki

2.305.089 ₫

2.650.852 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

A row of wooden structures with attached tables and chairs, a grassy area, and a clear sky.

Hanging flower baskets with a variety of flowers in front of a building.

4. Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Thames

Ange

2.279.878 ₫

2.621.881 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a large window overlooking a forested area, a white desk with black stools, and a small sign on the window.

A grassy area with a tree, a gravel path, and a building with a blue roof.

A small, modern house with a glass door, a blue chair on the porch, and a garden with various plants.

A row of small, single-story buildings with a simple, rustic design, surrounded by a grassy area and a gravel path leading to the entrance.

5. Dickson Holiday Park

Thames

Hine

1.281.592 ₫

1.763.542 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A landscaped garden with a clear view of the sea and distant mountains.

A living room with a brown sofa, a white couch, and a wooden coffee table. There are two hanging lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a curtain covering a window.

A modern white building with blue accents, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A room with a view of a balcony, a table, and chairs.

6. Te Aputa Lodge

Te Puru

Minesh

1.792.350 ₫

2.061.203 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with wicker chairs and a small table, a large window with a view of a beach and mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a television, and a view of the sea.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area and the ocean.

A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water.

7. Te Puru Beach Lodge

Te Puru

Kate

6.298.058 ₫

7.242.767 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern outdoor patio area with a concrete pathway, seating, and barbecue equipment.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a sign indicating the hottest end of the pool.

An aerial view of a resort with a tennis court, pool, and multiple buildings surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

8. Tasman Holiday Parks - Miranda

Miranda

Gordon

1.897.731 ₫

2.182.391 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A lush forest path with ferns and palm trees.

A wooden interior with a round glass table surrounded by wicker chairs, a potted plant, and various decorative items on shelves.

A cozy room with a leopard print sofa, a glass coffee table, and a horse sculpture. There are two lamps, a framed picture, and a window with a view of greenery.

9. Rapaura Watergardens

Coromandel Forest Park

Michelle

3.715.854 ₫

4.273.232 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A balcony with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to a covered outdoor area.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen with appliances, and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a TV screen.

A modern motel with a parking lot and a car parked in front.

10. Pedlars Motel

Paeroa

MARK

1.952.360 ₫

2.245.257 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A natural rock formation with a cave-like opening.

A coastal street with a bench, a road, and a view of the sea and a hill in the distance.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A coastal residential area with houses, a marina, and a mountain backdrop.

11. Tairua Shores

Tairua

Elizabeth

2.615.942 ₫

3.008.355 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a grill, chairs, and a picnic table.

A lush garden with a hammock, trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

A small, single-story cabin with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a fenced yard.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a painting, and two wall-mounted lights.

12. Te Mata Lodge

Te Mata

Peng

2.242.361 ₫

2.578.715 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A residential area with houses, a large tree, and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a black faucet.

A serene lakeside view with a clear reflection, surrounded by lush greenery and a row of modern buildings with a consistent architectural style.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Pacific Harbour Villas

Tairua

Dan

3.193.493 ₫

3.672.517 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A balcony with a wooden table, white chairs, and a straw hat.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and light-colored cabinetry.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of palm trees and mountains, and a wooden headboard.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, beige sofas, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

14. Crowsnest Apartments

Whitianga

Levi

3.389.614 ₫

3.898.056 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding forest.

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense ferns and trees, connected by a wooden pathway.

A cozy lounge area with wicker furniture, a central fire feature, and a stone wall with shelves of bottles.

15. Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

Pauanui

Tertius

3.239.721 ₫

3.725.679 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A beach with clear turquoise water, a large rock formation, and a sandy shore.

A cozy, wooden-paneled room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

An underwater view of a swimming pool with clear water and a lane divider.

A compact room with a wooden interior, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, a small kitchenette with a refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Whenuakite

Georgia

2.304.207 ₫

2.716.084 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A coastal area with clear water, a sandy beach, and houses on a hillside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a lake, and a balcony with curtains.

A residential area with a paved driveway leading to a house with a red roof. There are palm trees and other greenery in the foreground, and a body of water with mountains in the background.

A coastal view with a clear sky, palm trees, and a body of water.

17. Paku Lodge Resort

Tairua

David

2.267.276 ₫

2.607.396 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a wooden deck and palm trees.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a bed, and a living space.

A building with a sign labeled "SAUNA" and a stone pathway leading to it.

18. Palm Pacific Resort and Motel

Whangamata

Glen

3.463.932 ₫

3.983.522 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, white wicker furniture, and a view of a residential neighborhood.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with wicker chairs.

A street view with a building, parked cars, and palm trees.

19. Albert Number 6 Motel

Whitianga

Rabia

1.734.484 ₫

1.994.657 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A garden with various plants and trees, including palm trees and agave plants.

A modern outdoor patio with a table and chairs, large sliding glass doors, and wooden beams.

A modern, compact living space with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette area.

A compact room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a window.

20. Peninsula Motel

Whitianga

David

2.090.962 ₫

2.404.606 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Stay near popular Thames attractions

Hauraki Rail Trail Thames

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Cycle through New Zealand's historic gold mining landscapes on this gentle 160-kilometer rail trail. Wind past the scenic Karangahake Gorge and charming towns offering local cuisine and comfortable accommodation.

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Goldmine Experience

8.8/10 (15 reviews)

Descend into authentic 19th-century gold mining tunnels at this restored historic site in Thames. Try your hand at gold panning and keep any flakes you find while learning about New Zealand's golden past.

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Burke Street Wharf

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Built in the 1870s during the Thames Gold Rush, Burke Street Wharf was once a vital maritime hub. Photographers now capture its historic remnants against spectacular sunset views over the Firth of Thames.

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Goldfields Shopping Centre

8.2/10 (34 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Goldfields Shopping Centre during your trip to Thames. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.

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Thames Historical Museum

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

Step back in time at this museum showcasing New Zealand's gold rush era through kauri models and Victorian displays. Explore the newly opened Taonga Māori Gallery to understand the region's indigenous heritage.

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The Treasury

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

Housed in the historic Thames Carnegie Library, The Treasury preserves New Zealand's Coromandel heritage. Researchers can explore archives chronicling local gold rush history.

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School of Mines & Mineralogical Museum

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Step back in time at this historic mining school housing over 3,000 mineral specimens. Guided tours reveal authentic laboratories and equipment from New Zealand's 19th-century gold rush era.

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Thames Coastal Walkway

You can take time to visit Thames Coastal Walkway during your travels to Thames. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Learn more about Thames

Gold miners once flocked to this historic town where you can now explore the fascinating School of Mines and interactive mining museum. Hike the nearby Karangahake Gorge for spectacular views or browse the charming Saturday morning market for local crafts and fresh produce.

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A small gauge railway station with a sign indicating it is part of the Thames Small Gauge Railway.

Top Thames Hotel Reviews

Pacific Harbour Villas

10/10 Excellent

"What a great little place to stay. Lot's to do around Tairua, so you can easily fill a day. And the best bit, you can bring your dogs too. That's what made this stay Excellent."

Tairua Shores

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and property."

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the pool (floor could do with a paint) and the spa was good too. Rooms are a great size, with a handy kitchenette. Shower is a little dated & needs a paint. (but worked fine)"

Albert Number 6 Motel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is simple but has a good room, it was very clean and it is located very close to the downtown, everything around is a short distance. Good restaurants, pubs and coffee shops nearby."

Tasman Holiday Parks - Miranda

8/10 Good

"A group of us were staying in the brand-new Cabin, we were happy to stay there for celebrate our birthday everyone had a good vacation over there"

Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Love this place a lot. It was so nice, peaceful and clean. The guest had access to the beach, hot spa and also nice pool. The best part was that the kayaks were there for guests to use"

Palm Pacific Resort and Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Property was well kept and everything provided was well thought out. Staff was very friendly and accommodating to our needs. Great place for family stays."

Esplanade Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"no comments needed"

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location of Grafton Cottage with its lovely view Alby was a wonderful host and pleased to assist when needed"

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Orere Point TOP 10 Holiday Park

2 Orere Point Rd Orere Point NORTH ISLAND

1.303.698 ₫

1.499.253 ₫ total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (35 reviews)

Harbourside Holiday Park

135 Albert Street Whitianga

1.462.314 ₫

1.681.625 ₫ total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (141 reviews)

Dickson Holiday Park

115 Victoria Street Thames Waikato

1.281.592 ₫

1.763.542 ₫ total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (32 reviews)

Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites

88 Albert St Whitianga Waikato

3.259.245 ₫

3.748.132 ₫ total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

Rapaura Watergardens

586 Tapu-Coroglen Road, RD5 Coromandel Forest Park Coromandel

3.715.854 ₫

4.273.232 ₫ total

17 Oct - 18 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)

The Whitianga Waterways Boathouse

61 Leeward Dr Whitianga Waikato Region

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10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the seasonal weather like in Thames?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Thames is 1413 mm.

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Our top choices for Thames hotels

1. Coastal Motor Lodge

2. Grafton Cottage & Chalets

3. Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

4. Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

5. Dickson Holiday Park

6. Te Aputa Lodge

7. Te Puru Beach Lodge

8. Tasman Holiday Parks - Miranda

9. Rapaura Watergardens

10. Pedlars Motel

11. Tairua Shores

12. Te Mata Lodge

13. Pacific Harbour Villas

14. Crowsnest Apartments

15. Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

16. Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

17. Paku Lodge Resort

18. Palm Pacific Resort and Motel

19. Albert Number 6 Motel

20. Peninsula Motel

Stay near popular Thames attractions

Hauraki Rail Trail Thames

Goldmine Experience

Burke Street Wharf

Goldfields Shopping Centre

Thames Historical Museum

The Treasury

School of Mines & Mineralogical Museum

Thames Coastal Walkway

Learn more about Thames

Top Thames Hotel Reviews

Pacific Harbour Villas

Tairua Shores

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Albert Number 6 Motel

Tasman Holiday Parks - Miranda

Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites

Palm Pacific Resort and Motel

Esplanade Apartments

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

More cheap stays in Thames

Orere Point TOP 10 Holiday Park

Harbourside Holiday Park

Dickson Holiday Park

Oceans 88 Whitianga Coastal Accommodation Suites

Rapaura Watergardens

The Whitianga Waterways Boathouse

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